HDT's Guide to the New Volvo VNL
The VNL is Volvo Trucks North America's first all new Class 8 highway tractor in 20 years, building on the company's established styling cues combined with dynamic, modern features.
Photo: Jack Roberts
The VNL is Volvo Trucks North America's first all new Class 8 highway tractor in 20 years, building on the company's established styling cues combined with dynamic, modern features.
Volvo Unveils Next-Generation VNL Highway Tractor
Volvo Trucks North America Tuesday revealed its new Volvo VNL series highway tractor, available in several configurations, including an all-new, 70-inch sleeper.
Volvo Next-Generation VNL Launch in Photos
Volvo Trucks North America's new Volvo VNL series highway tractor, with improved fuel economy and designed with the driver in mind, is available in several configurations, including an all-new, 70-inch sleeper.
[Video] First Impressions: Volvo's New VNL Highway Tractor
Volvo Trucks North America unveiled the VNL, its first new highway tractor in more than 20 years. HDT's Jack Roberts was there and filed this video report with his first driving impressions of the new truck.
Volvo’s New VNL Tractor Blends Technology, Functionality, Capability
The truck builds on Volvo’s established styling cues combined with dynamic new features, such as swept-back headlights that include signature Volvo daytime running lights, and a bold new Volvo grille and hood.
Test Drive: Volvo’s Not-So-Vanilla VNL
Exterior styling aside, a lot of developments have occurred over the past two decades. And it’s obvious that even more are rapidly approaching. Volvo's new VNL reflects many of those current and future trends.
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